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Medical Assisting

Medical Assisting

Medical Assisting students perform administrative and/or clinical tasks to support the work of other health professionals. Core curriculum includes the study of anatomy and physiology, health insurance coding and billing, medical terminology, and pharmacology. Students will receive clinical training in phlebotomy, medication administration, and performing EKGs. This program will prepare students to enter the workforce as a medical assistant, or to pursue post-secondary education.

 

  • TECHNICAL SKILLS

    • Administrative functions of a medical office 
    • Clinical functions of a medical office, including EKG, phlebotomy, vital signs, patient education, assisting with minor surgeries/procedures, wrapping or splinting, suture/staple removal, wound care, urostomy/colostomy care
    • Medical terminology 
    • Anatomy and physiology 
    • Pharmacology and medication administration

     

    PROFESSIONAL SKILLS

    • Professionalism 
    • Communication 
    • Leadership 
    • Teamwork 
    • Time Management 
    • Organization

  • CAREER PATHWAYS

    • Clinical Medical Assistant 
    • Administrative Medical Assistant 
    • Patient Support Associate

  • CERTIFICATIONS

    • Certified Clinical/Medical Assistant through The National Health Care Association 
    • CPR and AED Training
    • OSHA for Healthcare

     

    COLLEGE CREDITS

    Earning college credits while completing a Career Tech program.

  • PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

    Students should be proficient in math, science, and spelling. Students should possess good social skills.

     

    UNIFORMS

    Professional Attire:

    • Navy blue scrubs (shirt and pants), Navy blue lab/work coat, and white, skid-resistant shoes or sneakers. (Not available from the school store).

    Teacher Directed Semi-Professional Attire (For select Friday’s and Special Activities):

    • CareerTech blue t-shirt, zip fleece, or gray embroidered ¼ zip sweatshirt (special order). These uniforms may be ordered online or purchased at the school store.

    Jeans without holes and program approved shoes.

     

    OUT-OF-POCKET COSTS

    • School Uniform
    • Lab Kit – Approximately $160

     

    WHAT ELSE TO KNOW

    Students should be dedicated to the health profession and have a passion for working directly with patients and their families.

Marsha Egolf

Mrs. Egolf received her Associates of Applied Science in Medical Assisting from Kaplan University and completed her certification as a Medical Assistant. She has over 10 years experience performing a wide variety of services in the occupational health field. She is currently working on her bachelors degree at Penn State University with a focus on education.

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